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Pushforward Secondary Education Ltd
Address: Suite 2, Beacon House, Kempson Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7AR
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Hours: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm, Monday - Friday, Term time only, plus admin mop up per year
Contract: Permanent
Reference: 0958
The Pushforward Group of Companies supports young people who don’t always thrive within a standard, one-size-fits-all academic system.
We believe every young person is different. By creating individualised programmes around their needs, interests and circumstances, we help them build confidence, feel comfortable and, most importantly, find their spark.
About the role
You’ll be based in our Finance Department in Bury St Edmunds, working as part of the Finance Team as a Finance Assistant.
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Excellent communication skills are essential as you will also be the first point of contact for any finance related queries, internally and externally – this could be via the phone/email/messaging system.
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Administer the companies Debit Card platform.
- You will evaluate, record and process debit card transactions.
- You will utilise multiple spreadsheets to efficiently and accurately record and analyse company spend, in line with company policy, following the required process from start to finish, meeting all company and HMRC requirements.
- Working with the debit card platform you will need to have a keen eye for detail to assess debit card transactions.
- You will make sure that transactions are in line with company budgets and spending restrictions, keeping detailed records.
- You will ensure employees have completed all the necessary company requirements in relation to their debit card transactions, using various methods of communication to ensure that the correct procedures have been adhered to for each transaction.
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- You will also be required to assist with numerous other finance administration tasks as required.
The person we’re looking for
We're looking for a detail-driven Finance Assistant to join a vibrant Finance team.
You'll play a key role in keeping the financial processes accurate and running smoothly. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys precision work, and is confident handling conversations about finance.
You’ll be someone who has excellent analytical skills, as well as attention to detail, to make sure that debit card spend is accurately recorded and monitored.
You will be:
- Solution-focused, able to think through problems and find practical ways forward.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing demands.
- Methodical and accurate, with fantastic attention to detail.
- A confident communicator, comfortable gathering information and asking the right questions to make informed decisions.
- A strong problem solver, able to balance individual learner needs with practical and logistical considerations.
- Confident with IT systems, with the ability to learn and use different systems effectively.
- A team player, comfortable working collaboratively with colleagues across different departments.
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What you will have:
- Attention to detail: Catch small data errors before they grow.
- Good Time management: Meeting strict deadlines.
- Clear communication skills: Explain complex money data in plain words.
- Ethical integrity: Maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive financial data.
Experience
Due to the nature and responsibility of the role, applicants must have a minimum of two years’ experience in finance and be proficient in Excel.
How to apply
To apply and register your interest, please submit your CV (Curriculum Vitae) by emailing tracy@pushforward.uk
Closing date: 1.00 pm, 12 October 2026.
Interview date: 5.30 pm, 15 October 2026 at Bury St Edmunds in a Group interview process.
We take safeguarding very seriously, so the successful candidate will be subject to references and DBS checks.
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